Description

96 pages. Provides anyone contemplating this type of construction with an idea of what is involved. Benefits are two-fold: a readily available, low-cost building material; improvements to stands of timber by removing low-quality trees. Abundantly illustrated in black and white. Chapters include: The Cordwood Wall; The tall timber operation; Preparing the site; The total cordwood concept; Floor plan and elevations; Constructing the wall; Windows, doors and dividing walls; Roofing; Pyramid power; Cutting glass; Plumbing, Electricity and Heating; Patching and Chinking; If we had to to it all again; Designs; Photo Album; and more. Spine partially loosened from contents but remains attached. Moderate to average wear. Four words of marginalia upon page 49 else unmarked. Two minor coffee stains to front cover. Book